1998 Ford Maverick vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S40. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S40.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S40 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Maverick. (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Maverick | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Ford | Volvo |
| Model | Maverick | S40 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
